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Capricorn1

Scott, I agree to your reasoning as to why some choose to say nothing regarding accusations made against them, but this is a pretty simple question. Why is she habitually late and why does she choose not to participate in reciting The Pledge of Allegiance? If both of those accusations are false, then she can simply state that. Or if she does have her convictions against reciting the Pledge, then she should have the courage to state why. It may seem petty to some, but to me it speaks volumes.

Scott36

I'm curious as to why Ms. Miele hasn't gone on record to defend herself if these claims are false. As a public figure that is up for reelection, you would think that she wouldn't want these false accusations spreading about her.-Capricorn1

This is a valid question. But for some, there is the notion that responding to certain accusations lends credibility to them, thus creating momentum. I do not know, but still it is an interesting question.-Scott

Capricorn1

An argument could be made that the SG, either doing a story, or NOT doing a story is in itself a statement. -Scott

I'm curious as to why Ms. Miele hasn't gone on record to defend herself if these claims are false. As a public figure that is up for reelection, you would think that she wouldn't want these false accusations spreading about her.

JohnZook

Sham- No t/bagger slurs? What a missed opportunity to spread your dis-information and hate; just like "der Fuhrer". Oh, I hope I didn't offend you....You see, that comment was about the recent one. Back 'atcha.

MrShaman

"Being a Democrat has nothing to do with this. If the letter is true and if Ms. Miele said she does not pledge, then I would agree with you and others. I would have a problem with that. If however, Mr. Holt is saying this because he has a problem with her, that is different.

Maybe someone should ask her instead of inferring." - johnnyad3

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...And...in the interest of saving time...you could always double-down, with the ol' standards...and, ask her if she IS...or, has ever BEEN...a member o' the Communist Party.

We can't very-well allow Ted Cruz to hog ALL the McCarthy-predilections!!!!!!

MrShaman

"How do you know she "chooses not to Pledge"? Did she actually say that or did Mr. Holt try to infer without any evidence?"-Johnnyad3

If you read the letter, you will have your answer. He does have evidence. I personally believe that she is late because she is arrogant, but it could be the pledge thing. Either way she needs to go." - enigma

MrShaman

"Four years ago at a Democratic breakfast before we ate, we said a prayer and then the Pledge of Allegiance. Everyone but Ms. Miele. She was drinking a cup of coffee and made no attempt to join in with the rest of us. Since that day I have attended meetings council and others with Ms. Miele. I have yet seen her recite the Pledge." - Mr. Holt

Chuck and Johnny, judging by this statement, one can safely assume that Mr. Holt personally witnessed that of what he is accusing her of." - Capricorn1

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No doubt!! Assumptions are EXTREMELY-critical to folks who believe something...and, are DESPERATE for any "facts" that support their beliefs!!

johnnyad3

Also, if you look at the minutes, the meetings are called to order at 7:30, then there is the pledge, and then the first order of business is to approve the minutes of last meeting. She is always there for that. I question Mr. Holt's view. Is he saying she is hanging out in the hallway waiting for the less than 10 second pledge every meeting and then enters at 7:30:10 so she can vote on the minutes as she is walking to her chair?

ArtFold

johnnyad3

Being a Democrat has nothing to do with this. If the letter is true and if Ms. Miele said she does not pledge, then I would agree with you and others. I would have a problem with that. If however, Mr. Holt is saying this because he has a problem with her, that is different.

Maybe someone should ask her instead of inferring. Then as enigma says, we have to believe it or not. I prefer to believe our civil servants are loyal to our country and our flag.

Capricorn1

"Four years ago at a Democratic breakfast before we ate, we said a prayer and then the Pledge of Allegiance. Everyone but Ms. Miele. She was drinking a cup of coffee and made no attempt to join in with the rest of us. Since that day I have attended meetings council and others with Ms. Miele. I have yet seen her recite the Pledge." - Mr. Holt

Chuck and Johnny, judging by this statement, one can safely assume that Mr. Holt personally witnessed that of what he is accusing her of. And as Enigma correctly pointed out, the author of this letter provided nothing to dispute Mr. Holt's statements. I understand you may choose not to believe any of it or pass it off as not important because Ms. Miele is a Democrat.